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Public Health Rules in Paramount, CA (2026)

3 verified public health rules for Paramount, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Restaurant Grade Cards

In the City of Paramount, California, food establishments operate under the County letter grade and inspection score system, which the City adopted by reference in Paramount Municipal Code § 8.04.030 through County Ordinance No. 97-0071. The City Clerk will not issue a business permit to a café or restaurant without a Health Officer permit, and violations are misdemeanors.

Paramount CA Restaurant Letter Grades and Health Permits

Some Restrictions

Paramount Municipal Code §§ 8.04.030, 8.04.040

§ 8.04.030. County food inspection plan adopted. County Ordinance No. 97-0071, being an ordinance relating to the operation of food establishments and establishing a letter grade and inspection score system for all food establishments, establishing a food handler's training certification program, and establishing other requirements for food establishments, is hereby adopted by reference. ... § ...

Rodent Control

In the City of Paramount, California, no responsible party for a vacant property can permit pest or rodent infestation, or let a pool, spa or fountain harbor mosquitoes or vectors, under Paramount Municipal Code § 8.37.030. Every kennel must also maintain an effective pest control program. Violations are misdemeanors, administrative fines, and public nuisances.

Paramount CA Rodent and Pest Rules for Vacant Property

Some Restrictions

Paramount Municipal Code § 8.37.030

§ 8.37.030. General vacant property maintenance standards. ... C. All Vacant Properties and Structures. No responsible party for any vacant real property, building, structure, or tenant space shall cause, permit, allow, or suffer any of the following conditions at any time: ... 9. Pest or rodent infestation. 10. Swimming pools, spas, fountains, or other bodies of water that are not maintained i...

Food Handler Certification

In the City of Paramount, a mobile food vendor must hold a food handling permit or a satisfactory certificate of completion of a food safety course, and a person holding one must be present at all times when the vending vehicle is open. Section 8.04.030 also adopts the County food handler's training certification program.

Food Handler Certification for Mobile Vendors in Paramount, CA

Some Restrictions

Paramount Municipal Code §§ 8.04.030, 12.42.070

County Ordinance No. 97-0071, being an ordinance relating to the operation of food establishments and establishing a letter grade and inspection score system for all food establishments, establishing a food handler's training certification program, and establishing other requirements for food establishments, is hereby adopted by reference. ... Any mobile food vendor must have, at all times, the...

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